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Explore our Starter Home Plans—ideal for first-time buyers, young families, and anyone seeking stylish, affordable homeownership. These thoughtfully designed layouts focus on simplicity, efficiency, and smart space usage, making them the perfect entry point into the housing market without compromising comfort or function.

Benefits:

  • Budget-Friendly Designs – Lower construction and maintenance costs
  • Blueprints & CAD Files – Included with every plan
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  • Front exterior view of a New American Modern Traditional house featuring horizontal siding, board and batten accents, stone veneer, and a covered front porch

    Plan 11-1164 – Auburn Vale Homestead | New American – 5-Bed, 3-Bath, 2,897 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Classical Southern Neoclassical home featuring stacked porches, columns, and symmetrical Colonial Revival design

    Plan 18-1149 – Auburn Oak Retreat | Classical Southern – 5-Bed, 5-Bath, 4,438 SF – House plan details
  • Colonial Revival Home Floor Plan with Timeless Indoor-Outdoor Layout

    Plan 14-1428 – Holmeswood | Colonial Revival – House plan details
  • Front exterior of a New American style home with stone accents, horizontal siding, gabled rooflines, and a two-car garage

    Plan 11-1417 – Dakota Plateau | New American – 5-Bed, 4.5-Bath, 3,484 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Coastal Traditional style garage apartment home with horizontal lap siding, metal porch roof, exterior stairs, and elevated living space

    Plan 20-1562 – Aster Brook Manor | Coastal Traditional – 3-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,010 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a modern farmhouse style home with board and batten siding, stone accents, gabled rooflines, and covered front porch

    Plan 20-1252 – Aster Bluff Chalet | Modern Farmhouse – 5-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,255 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a New American farmhouse style home with horizontal siding, stone accents, and a symmetrical gabled roofline

    Plan 20-1212 – Roberts Place | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,761 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Modern Farmhouse style home featuring board and batten siding, stone accents, gabled rooflines, and a covered front porch

    Plan 19-2247 – Auburn Field Residence | Modern Farmhouse – 3-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,711 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Cape Cod traditional style home featuring horizontal siding, stone accents, symmetrical dormers, and a covered front porch

    Plan 19-2050 – The Simmons Farmhouse | Cape Cod – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 1,181 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a New American modern farmhouse with board and batten siding, stone accents, gabled rooflines, and attached garage

    Plan 19-1617 – The Peterson Cottage | New American – 3-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,653 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Coastal Low Country style raised home with lap siding, covered porch, exterior staircase, and garage underneath

    Plan 14-2121 – Fern Valley Estate | Coastal – 3-Bed, 4-Bath, 1,570 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Neo-Colonial style brick house with symmetrical façade, dormer windows, covered front porch, and attached garage

    Plan 14-1005 – Oak Ridge House | Neo-Colonial – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,026 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a New American style two-story home featuring white horizontal siding, black shutters, stone accents, and a welcoming covered front porch

    Plan 13-1995 – Aster Garden Villa | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,199 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of New American Traditional house with horizontal lap siding, stone veneer, gabled roof, and two-car garage

    Plan 13-1558 – Auburn Springs Manor | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,354 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Cape Cod style home featuring a brick exterior, steep gable roof, shuttered windows, and covered entry porch

    Plan 13-1220 – Nebraska Prairie | Cape Cod – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 1,232 SF – House plan details
  • Front exterior of a Traditional Colonial style two-story home with white horizontal siding, black shutters, symmetrical windows, and attached garage

    Plan 12-2606 – Power-up Builders | Traditional Colonial – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 606 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a French Country style home featuring stone and stucco exterior, steep hipped roof, and arched windows

    Plan 12-2147 – Mississippi Plateau | French Country – 3-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,260 SF – House plan details
  • Front exterior of a New American Modern Farmhouse style home featuring board and batten siding, stone accents, gabled rooflines, and a welcoming covered entry

    Plan 12-1078 – Aster Orchard Hall | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,606 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a New American modern traditional house featuring board and batten siding, stone accents, and carriage-style garage doors

    Plan 11-1674 – Wawyside | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,625 SF – House plan details
  • Front exterior of a New American Colonial Revival style house with board and batten siding, stone accents, symmetrical windows, and covered front porch

    Plan 11-1616 – Phantom Retreat | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,169 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of Traditional Colonial style home with white lap siding, brick foundation, symmetrical dormers, and full-width covered porch at sunset

    Plan 11-1449 – The Ridge | Traditional Colonial – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,049 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Traditional Colonial Shingle Style home with stone arch entry, symmetrical windows, and classic wood siding

    Plan 10-1660 – Meadow View | Traditional Colonial – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,219 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Cape Cod Colonial style home with horizontal siding, dormer windows, and a welcoming covered porch

    Plan 10-1642 – The Birchwood | Cape Cod – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,758 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of Cape Cod style home with white horizontal lap siding, steep gable roof, dormers, and symmetrical windows

    Plan 10-1569 – The Alice | Cape Cod – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,512 SF – House plan details
  • Front elevation of a Traditional Colonial style home with horizontal lap siding, symmetrical windows, covered front porch, and two-car garage

    Plan 10-1515B – Washington River | Traditional Colonial – 3-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 1,957 SF – House plan details

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  • Unlimited Build License – Build now or later, on your own terms

    • Starter homes typically offer 2–3 bedrooms, open-concept living areas, and practical features like kitchen islands, walk-in closets, or attached garages. Styles include Bungalow, Classic Suburban, and Modern Suburban, all built for affordability and flexibility. Many include options like covered front porches, laundry rooms, and expandable layouts to grow with you.

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    FAQs

    What qualifies as a starter home?
    Typically smaller, budget-friendly homes with 1,000–1,600 sq ft, designed for first-time homeowners.

    Can I customize a starter home plan?
    Yes—all plans are fully customizable to meet your space, layout, or finish preferences.

    Are these homes good for small lots?
    Absolutely. Many are under 40–50 feet wide and designed for urban or narrow sites.

    Do starter homes include garages or porches?
    Yes—many offer one-car garages, carports, or charming porches to add function and curb appeal.

    Browse our Starter Home Plans and take the first step toward homeownership with a design that fits your budget and your lifestyle.